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September 2016 • Vol 14 No 3 Spectacular Vernacular House Tour By Ruthann Lehrer ive vintage vernacular homes throughout FSanta Monica will be featured in our an- nual architectural tour on Sunday, Septem- ber 18 from 1-5 pm. Tese homes, modified rather than demolished, exemplify how pres- ervation can be done alongside updating a residence for modern living. Te approaches in restoration and renovation vary across the homes from major changes that juxtapose contemporary architecture while preserving The 1924 Boldt-Garcetti house Photo by Joshua White historic elements, to seamless additions in- owners undertook major preservation work, with tage house parts is showcased in her home, spired by the original historic style. Te archi- additions for new living space that skillfully re- which is now a unique oasis in Ocean Park. tectural styles of the homes include Victori- veal the different eras throughout its evolution. Te Craftsman home in Sunset Park cele- an, Spanish Colonial Revival and Craftsman. Te second Victorian on the tour was brates its centennial this year. It also reflects Te older Victorian house on the tour dates brought back to life by its loving owners, the dedication of new owners, who have done from the 19th century. From its origins as a tiny former Landmarks Commissioner and now major work to restore and expand this house one-room cottage, the house was expanded and Planning Commissioner Nina Fresco and her for their family of four. transformed over many decades. In 2012, new husband Rob. Nina’s interest in reusing vin- HOUSE TOUR continues on page 3 Shotgun House Receives Preservation Design Award The rehabilitation of the Shotgun House as the Preservation Resource Center will be among projects from across the state to be honored at the California Preservation Foundation’s 33rd Annual Preservation Design Awards. Te Foundation is the only statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation of California’s diverse Photo by Dwight Flowers cultural and architectural heritage. Te awards will be presented at a gala dinner and Fall Salon at Byers House awards ceremony at the Richard Neutra- By Ruthann Lehrer designed Arboretum on the campus of Christ lent movies. With the advent of sound, more of Cathedral in Garden Grove on September 29. stunning home overlooking Santa Monica his stories were adapted for the screen, includ- Te Preservation Design Awards recognize ACanyon is the site of the Conservancy’s an- ing “Te Woman Accused” (1933), featuring the accomplishments of professionals, nual Salon fundraiser on Sunday, October 23, young Cary Grant. nonprofit organizations and government from 3 – 5 PM. Te Armstrong/Cobb house In the 1930s, actress Bette Davis lived agencies and others for outstanding on San Vicente Boulevard was designed by there, and photos of her are displayed in the examples of preservation, restoration, renowned local architect John Byers and con- living room of the house now owned by Susan structed in 1926. It was built for Donald Arm- BYERS HOUSE continues on page 5 SHOTGUN HOUSE continues on page 2 strong and altered in 1934 for Irvin S. Cobb. Cobb wrote more than 60 books and 300 short Five Ways to Research Your Property’s History, p. 5 stories. Some of his works were adapted for si- www.smconservancy.org 1

OUR MISSION MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT Te Santa Monica Conservancy is the leading voice for preserving our historic places. We he Preservation Resource Center recently completed its first six promote understanding of the cultural, Tmonths of operation and it’s a good opportunity to look back on social, economic and environmental benefits what we have accomplished. of historic preservation through education, In addition to those who visit us during our scheduled three days assistance and advocacy. a week, we have hosted scores of visitors during community events like COAST Open Streets and the Main Street 4th of July Parade. JOIN US Altogether, nearly 1,000 visitors have signed our guest book since the Te Santa Monica Conservancy exists because Center opened in January. About half come from Santa Monica; the of the involvement and generosity of people rest are from other parts of California, numerous other states, and even Germany, Australia, like you. Become a member today and strengthen our voice for preserving Santa and the UK. One visitor, former resident Karen Noonan, told us about her experience living Monica’s architectural and cultural heritage. in our Shotgun House in the 1960s. You can read about her visit and her memories of the Sign up on page 7 Shotgun House on page 4. A primary goal of the Center is to assist property owners and others with preservation- related inquiries. Since January, we have assisted at least five homeowners who want to THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS understand the requirements for designation of their properties. Two of these, owners of intact Craftsman-style homes built before 1920, are now preparing applications – a clear example of Carol Lemlein, President the value of having a readily accessible place where such assistance is offered. John Zinner, Vice-President News of an entirely different kind of success for the Preservation Resource Center arrived Tom Cleys, Treasurer recently when we were notified that the rehabilitation of the Shotgun House will be recognized Sherrill Kushner, Secretary by the California Preservation Foundation at its 33rd Annual Preservation Awards ceremonies Kaitlin Drisko Michael W. Folonis, FAIA this fall. Typically 10-20 projects from across the state are honored in various preservation- Mario Fonda-Bonardi, AIA related categories. Many of you who are reading this column contributed to this success, and Nina Fresco we are deeply grateful for your help and support. Tank you! Chris Gray Additionally, I’d like to recognize our Downtown Walking Tour docents, led by Kay Pattison David Kaplan and Margi Falk, who created a special tour of Ocean Avenue for participants in COAST and Ruthann Lehrer provided tours for nearly 100 residents and City planning staff interested in learning more Libby Motika about the history and architecture of downtown in preparation for a Downtown Community Laurel Schmidt Plan workshop on “Preservation and Change.” Te Downtown Walking Tour was the first of our three popular tour programs offered one or more times a week, and we look forward to Emeritus Board Members: celebrating its 10th Anniversary next spring. Ken Breisch, PhD A warm thank you to Alice Allen, who coordinated the development Doris Sosin of our quarterly newsletters beginning in 2007 and provided administrative support, and is retiring from her responsibilities at the CONTACT US Conservancy. Alice, whom I first met in the USC Historic Preservation Website: www.smconservancy.org summer program, is a long-term volunteer and E-mail: [email protected] docent with the Los Angeles Conservancy and will Voicemail: (310) 496-3146 continue her involvement in preservation with them. Mail: P.O.Box 653 Robin Tung, who joined us two years ago to manage Santa Monica, CA 90406 our online media and member communications, will now include the newsletter in her responsibilities. We are delighted to have her applying Visit the Preservation her skills as a professional writer and writing coach to all of our external Resource Center: communications. 2520 2nd St., Santa Monica, CA 90405 As always, we are grateful for our members. Together we are protecting Santa Monica’s Open Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday historic places, and we could not do it without you. 11 am - 2 pm and by appointment

THE NEWSLETTER STAFF Kevin Herrera Kay Pattison Tom Hofer Dolores Sloan SHOTGUN HOUSE continued from page 1 Sherrill Kushner Robin Tung Ruthann Lehrer Hilda Weiss rehabilitation, reconstruction, contextual community effort across nearly two decades Carol Lemlein Barbara Whitney infill, sustainability, cultural resource that made its adaptive reuse possible. It also Libby Pachares studies/reports, craftsmanship/preservation highlights the role of such houses in the technology, and archeology and interpretive early development of Ocean Park and the Tis newsletter is supported in part by a exhibits. extensive research and work necessary to grant from the City of Santa Monica and Te nomination submitted for the Shotgun rehabilitate it according to the Secretary of the Santa Monica Arts Commission. House emphasized the extraordinary the Interior Standards.

2 September 2016 VOLUNTEER PROFILE Michael Burton By Kevin Herrera the Annenberg Community Beach House, Beach House]. I am so thankful I did be- Burton, 64, is also a researcher for the San- cause I enjoy being a docent very much.” ta Monica History Museum. Burton spent 21 years as an executive at “I love the rich history of Santa Monica — Bank of America. Now he enjoys playing and of course the beautiful beach and the tennis, racquetball and golf, as well as trav- ocean,” he said. eling. He’s also a lover of classic rock and “I became affiliated with the Conservancy the theatre. three years ago. When I retired I looked for “I have met so many wonderful people volunteer opportunities on the Internet and at the Conservancy who have enriched my ike an aggressive poker player with a discovered the Conservancy,” said Burton, knowledge of the history of this beautiful Lgreat hand, Michael Burton is going all who lives in Brentwood with his best friend city,” Burton said. Many tour-goers have in. In addition to serving as a docent for the and wife of 43 years, Gail. “I decided to been enriched by his acquaintance as well, Santa Monica Conservancy, leading walk- give it a go and committed to six Saturdays seeking out his upcoming scheduled tours ing tours of Downtown Santa Monica and of training [at the Annenberg Community after meeting him.

Film Screening Features the Former Marion Davies Estate By Elaine Cohen

pproximately 50 people attended a special Ascreening of the 1953 noir thriller movie, “Blueprint for Murder,” at the Ocean Park Library in July. Filmed at the Guest House at the Annenberg Community Beach House, as Michael Burton, Audree Fowler, Maureen Murphy, well as the original mansion of Marion Davies Patricia Godon-Tann. that was demolished in 1957, the film starred Joseph Cotten and Jean Peters. Conservancy Docents Te screening came about as a result of the Visit Shirley Temple suggestion of Richard Orton, and was held in conjunction with Conservancy docents Exhibit who volunteer at the Annenberg Community by Libby Pachares Beach House. Te film features the house fur- nished as the home of a wealthy and cunning onservancy docents were treated to a widow and her stepson, and was a treat for the Cprivate tour of a special exhibit, “Shirley audience. A special thank you to Elaine Co- Temple: Santa Monica’s Biggest Little Star,” at hen, Libby Pachares, Kay Pattison, Richard the Santa Monica History Museum. Michael Orton and Ocean Park Library branch man- Burton, a docent at both the Santa Monica ager Karen Reitz for helping to organize the History Museum and the Santa Monica event. We hope this will be the beginning of Conservancy, led the tour twice in June. other collaborations in the community. Shirley Temple was a child film star, born in Santa Monica in 1928. Her abundant tal- ents as a singer, dancer, and actress made her HOUSE TOUR continued from page 1 Monica designer/builder. a quick success in Hollywood. Once named One of the two Spanish Revival residences Tickets are $30 for members and $35 for “Little Miss Miracle” by President Franklin boldly interfaces contemporary architecture as non-members. Tickets on the day of tour are D. Roosevelt for her ability to bring joy to the an overlay on its modest 1926 structure, achiev- $35 for members and $40 for non-members. lives of millions, her films have been said to ing a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Tickets may be purchased online at www. uplift the spirits of a nation in the midst of the Design (LEED) Platinum rating. Renovations smconservancy.org, or by sending a check by . During her childhood, in the second Spanish Revival home are woven September 13 to P.O. Box 653, Santa Moni- Temple lived in Spanish-style bungalows on into the existing floor plan and connect with a ca, CA 90406. Please indicate the number of 19th and 24th Streets. lush and beautiful garden. A Cecil Gale house, it tickets you desire and whether you are a Con- Te exhibit included original movie cos- exemplifies the fine craftsmanship and detailing servancy member, and include your address, tumes and posters, dolls, personal photos, cor- that characterizes the work of this master Santa email and telephone number. respondence and memorabilia.

www.smconservancy.org 3 A Former Resident Returns to the Shotgun House By Hilda Weiss button style, and there was a free-standing gas heater in the living room that had replaced es, it looks completely familiar,” Karen an earlier wood-burning stove. In the kitchen “YNoonan said with tears in her eyes, she remembered wallpaper on one wall, the remembering the house in which she grew linoleum floor, a built-in pantry and a ceiling up at 2712 2nd Street, long before it was that sloped down toward the back of the moved and transformed into the Preservation building, all of which Fresco has captured in Resource Center an interpretive model of the house. Noonan arrived in Santa Monica this past Noonan also shared what life was like in March to visit her former home after reading Santa Monica in the 1960s: trick-or-treating an LA Times article about the restoration of the in the neighborhood and skateboarding up house, which a friend had posted on Facebook. and down Main Street. “We made our own “I couldn’t believe it because I was told they Karen Noonan shares her memories. skateboards,” she said. Her father was a chef were going to tear it down,” said Noonan. But for Te Chatham in Westwood and sometimes when she saw the original house number she remembers it as small and cozy, but also big brought home food from the restaurant. Her recognized the Preservation Resource Center enough for the Girl Scout troop that met there mother was “mostly a housewife” although she as her former home. (her mom was the leader), as well as other worked at the cafeteria at Douglas Aircraft. Noonan noted that when she and her events. “We always had Tanksgiving at our During election time the family set up polling family lived in the house from 1958 to 1969, place,” Noonan added. booths in their living room. hers was the only residence in the area that was Noonan shared her memories with Nina “What I remember most,” she said, “ [was one-room wide, connecting the living room Fresco, board member and de facto historian that] everybody was really friendly. During to a series of two bedrooms and a kitchen, for the house. She explained that the back the summers we always left our doors open. with no doors in between the rooms. But she door used to be a Dutch door: “You could We weren’t afraid. [Everyone] got along very never really thought about it being different open the top and let a breeze come in.” Te well.” And, choking up, she added, “It was from other houses in the neighborhood. She light switches were of the old-fashioned, push home to me.”

Conservancy Marches in 4th of July Parade By Kay Pattison (Robin Venturelli) in the back while Charlie Parade participants ranged in age from 2 Chaplin (Phyllis Bernard) and Harpo Marx to 82. Tanks to all who participated, who ld Hollywood stars made their (Kay Pattison) walked alongside, hamming it in addition to the “stars,” included: Ber- Oappearance at the grand 4th of up for the crowd. Even Spiderman made an nie and Beverly Gray Bienstock along with July parade in Santa Monica when our appearance (four-year-old Adrian Grayver). their grandchildren Adrian and Mila Gray- Annenberg Beach House docents portrayed Other Conservancy leaders, docents and ver, Gail Burton, Tom Cleys, Ruthann them in costumes replicating those from members marched alongside the Packard Lehrer, Carol Lemlein, Fran Lyness, Alec the 1930s. Cruising down Main Street in a with banners and signs featuring the varied Nedelman, Libby Pachares, Tomasine Ro- 1932 Packard Deluxe once owned by Jean activities of the Conservancy, including the gas along with her grandchildren Kacie and Harlow, Cliff Gooding, the current owner docent-led tours of the Annenberg Commu- Tyler Carter, and Dolores Sloan. And a spe- of the car, chauffeured Jean Harlow (Carolyn nity Beach House, Walking Tours of Down- cial thank you to Cliff Gooding for enliven- Coughlin-Grimm), William Randolph town Santa Monica and the Preservation Re- ing our participation in the parade with the Hearst (Michael Burton) and Marion Davies source Center at the Shotgun House. Packard.

4 September 2016 BYERS HOUSE continued from page 1 Save the Pier, the Play Disney Lord and Scott Lord. Te Lords By Sherrill Kushner added a new wing and tiled courtyard in he successful the spirit of Byers’ architecture. Handmade Tstruggle by touches original to the house abound, such residents to save the as terra cotta floor tile with designs incised Santa Monica Pier by workmen’s fingers. from demolition After working as a Spanish and French teacher in the 1970s has at Santa Monica High School, John Byers dis- been dramatized in covered his talent in architecture while working the play, “Save the as a translator between the owner and Mexican Pier,” which is being craftsmen in constructing an adobe home in performed again this Brentwood in 1919. Turning to architecture September. full-time in 1922, he specialized in adobe con- Te play is struction enhanced by authentic handmade based on the conflict materials such as terra cotta tile, wrought iron, that arose in 1971 and wood beams. He received his architecture when Santa Monica license in 1926, and had a long and success- City Council voted to build a 35-acre is to inspire future activism and advocacy for ful career using both adobe and wood frame island in our bay that would feature a high- historic places at risk. construction, with many celebrities among his rise hotel, a convention center, restaurants Te Conservancy is partnering with clients. His own home was on La Mesa, and and other amenities. Te Pier was to be producer Carolyn Yost and director Paul Sand his office on 26th Street has been remodeled demolished and replaced with a four-lane to publicize the play. It will be performed for restaurant use. access bridge. in an open-air “theater” at the west end of Dr. Ken Breisch, Conservancy board mem- In “Save the Pier,” historian Jim the pier for three nights, September 23, 24 ber emeritus, Associate Professor in the School Harris portrays the fight to stop the Council’s and 25. Performances are free. Additional of Architecture at USC and past president of plans. Te play is based on interviews with information is available at www.facebook. the Society of Architectural Historians, will those who saved the pier, and its intention com/SavetheSMpier. give a brief talk about John Byers. Join us for delicious refreshments and a wine bar. Don’t miss the chance to see the best work of Byers, PeBL Selects the Conservancy restored and enhanced by our gracious hosts. he Professionals Emerging as Business skills in philanthropy, networking and Tickets are $150 per person for Conser- TLeaders (PeBL) has selected the Santa communications to strengthen the vancy members and $175 for non-mem- Monica Conservancy as one of three community. bers. Reservations are required. Tickets may nonprofits it will be working with this year. Chris Kito of the Montana Avenue be purchased at www.smconservancy.org or Te Conservancy, along with Foundation office of Coldwell Banker Real Estate by sending a check to P.O. Box 653, San- TinkAgain and Westside Ballet, will will be the Conservancy’s liaison to the ta Monica, CA 90406. Please indicate the receive support from PeBL, a subcommittee group. PeBL’s contributions will include number of tickets you desire and whether of the Santa Monica Chamber of marketing expertise and volunteering at you are a Conservancy member, and include Commerce made up of professionals the Conservancy’s upcoming Spectacular your address, email and telephone number. from diverse industries donating their Vernacular Tour on September 18.

Five Ways to Research Your Property’s History by Sherrill Kushner (1896 to the present), which might reveal Building and Safety Division has records of who once lived in your house or building. Te permits taken out which will indicate what urious about who lived in your house Collection also has books and pamphlets that modifications might have been made through Cbefore you? Ever wonder what year your might contain more helpful information. the years. Permit recordings began Novem- house was built, how much it cost and who the Te Los Angeles Public Library has San- ber 1903, but unfortunately, few earlier than architect was? Every building has a story, and born Fire Insurance maps online (www.lapl. 1922 have survived. Permits give the name of you might be surprised by what you can find org) and on microfilm, which provide the the original owner, architect, builder, cost and out through a number of free, local resources. outline, size, shape, height, materials and sometimes information on construction mate- Te Santa Monica Public Library website function of individual buildings. rials. Be aware that street names have changed is a good place to start. Its Imagine Santa Te LA County Assessor’s Office may also over time. Te City may also have plans and Monica database, which can be accessed on- have records that describe features of a build- drawings on file for masonry, concrete, steel or line at www.digital.smpl.org, allows you to ing’s original construction, both exterior and wood frame structures over three stories high search for photos, maps and newspaper arti- interior, as well as the original square footage. built in 1920 and later. cles that relate to your building. Its district office in Culver City stores build- While paid researchers are available to do At the main library’s Santa Monica Collec- ing plans for Santa Monica. this work for you, you might enjoy the fun tion, you can view old telephone directories Likewise, the City of Santa Monica’s of discovery yourself. www.smconservancy.org 5 Landmarks Commission Report 2016 FALL PRESERVATION EVENTS By Dolores Sloan, Landmarks Commissioner TOUR everal recent actions in Santa Monica should Wilshire Miracle Mile Sencourage community organizations and Walking Tour individuals to take a more active role in the SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 10:00 AM historic preservation process. Tanks to a City Take a step back in time on this walking tour of Council action in June, application filing fees the iconic Miracle Mile, a street conceived to rival to nominate buildings and sites as Landmarks Photo by the City of Santa Monica the great boulevards of Europe with its elegance, or Structures of Merit are now waived when space, chic shops, and architecture. nonprofit organizations such as the Santa or site for potential listing. Residents often Art Deco Society of Los Angeles 310-659-3326 Monica Conservancy apply. Hopefully this will have “insider” information about structures www.adsla.org bring more potentially worthy structures to the that the consultants may not be aware of but ______attention of the Landmarks Commission for need. Online forms can be accessed at www. TOUR formal consideration. historicsamo.squarespace.com by clicking on Via Zurita Sunset Reception and In addition, members of the community may Your Historic SaMo. Te completed form can Home Tour now go online to recommend consideration of be submitted online or mailed directly to the FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7 & a building, site or natural feature for addition to consultants. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM the city’s Historic Resources Inventory (HRI). Te Commission is also considering Take a special tour of the former home of Te Inventory is currently being updated and recommendations for changes and additions Gumby’s creator, Art Clokey, during a sunset expanded to include areas and neighborhoods to the Landmarks Ordinance, which comes reception on Friday. Enjoy a docent-led tour of of Santa Monica not previously explored for up for review in 2017. Items under discussion unique homes in the neighborhood on Sunday. qualifying structures or sites. Representatives include strengthening the Structure of Merit Claremont Heritage from both the Historic Resources Group and designation, adding Site of Interest as a 909-621-0848 www.claremontheritage.org Architectural Resources Group, consultant designation category and adding “socio- ______firms retained for the update, have been economic significance” as a criterion. meeting with neighborhood associations and Additional items under study include changes CONFERENCE LA Historic Neighborhoods other local groups, to explain the Inventory’s in time requirements regarding appeals, Conference significance and the method by which a potential historic districts, and Certificates of SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, member can request consideration of a structure Appropriateness regarding demolitions. 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Join more than 200 people in an exchange An Ostrich Farm in Ocean Park? of ideas about challenges facing LA’s diverse neighborhoods and communities, from t’s hard to imagine that at one time Santa t o u r i s t teardowns and mansionization to energy IMonica had an Ostrich Farm. Te farm was center had efficiency in older homes. in business from 1889 to 1895, located on already been Los Angeles Conservancy Hill Street, between Main Street and what established (213) 623-2489 www.laconservancy.org was called Lake Street (today’s 2nd Street). It there. ______

covered seven acres, housed 30-40 ostriches, A n o t h e r TOUR and became a visitor attraction. Englishman, Sycamore Grove Walking Tours Ostriches first arrived in Southern H e n r y SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22, 10:00 AM California in 1883 when an Englishman Beauchamp, Explore the rich and varied architectural and named Charles Sketchley brought 22 birds m a n a g e d social history of the Sycamore Grove area of by boat from South and opened a farm the Santa Highland Park, one of Los Angeles’ oldest in Anaheim, the first of its kind in the U.S. M o n i c a neighborhoods. Highland Park Heritage Trust At that time ostrich feathers were popularly ostrich farm. (323) 908-4127 used in women’s clothing such as on hats, Fans and www.hpht.org muffs, and boas and had to be shipped from ornaments ______Africa, making them very costly. made from the ostriches’ feathers were made TOUR Dr. Sketchley was so successful that a group and sold at the farm. Visitors paid a 25 Craftsman Weekend of investors, including developer Gaylord cent admission fee. It flourished at first but FRIDAY–SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11-13 Wilshire (of Wilshire Boulevard fame), eventually closed down based on a claim that Te Weekend will mark a quarter century of organized the California Ostrich Farming the birds were impossible to raise so close to honoring the Craftsman movement, featuring house tours of notable Craftsman properties, Company in 1885. Sketchley returned to the ocean. along with bus and walking tours of the Africa to bring more birds. He started a surrounding neighborhoods. A WARM WELCOME TO farm on the Los Feliz rancho in what is now OUR NEW MEMBERS! Pasadena Heritage Griffith Park, hoping it would become a Joan Abraham Shelley Meena (626) 441-6333 major LA attraction. But the location was Eric Garner Denise Orlando www.pasadenaheritage.org too remote then and the farm didn’t prosper. John Margolis Marc Verville Ocean Park was chosen because a thriving Annalisa Murphy Natalie Wampler

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IN THIS ISSUE:

September Architectural Tour p 1 October Salon at Byers House p 1 Preservation Award for Shotgun House p 1 Film Features Annenberg Guest House p 3 Docents Visit Shirley Temple Exhibit p 3 Former Resident Visits Shotgun House p 4 4th of July Parade p 4 “Save the Pier,” the Play p 5 SM Chamber Partners with Conservancy p 5 5 Ways to Research Property History p 5 Ostrich Farm in Ocean Park p 6

SPECTACULAR ANNUAL VERNACULAR FALL SALON Tour five vintage vernacular Santa Monica See the best work of architect homes in a docent-led architectural tour. John Byers and enjoy a tour, elegant hors d’oeuvres and a SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 special talk. 1 – 5 pm SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23 Tickets: $30 members and $35 non-members 3 – 5 pm Purchase tickets today at www.smconservancy.org Tickets: $150 members and $175 non-members

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4 ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY • Historic setting • Good friends • Good food Photo by Ruthann Lehrer Details coming soon

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